Dec 27 # 1 of 11
do you have any tricks to making a perfect "something"? Maybe a tip to help with clean up? Advice for beginners?
**be back with a few shortly...
Dec 27 # 2 of 11
- To help with clean-up, line baking sheets with aluminum foil.
- Spray plastic~ware with nonstick cooking spray before pouring in tomato based sauces to prevent stains.
- When spraying cooking oil onto pans, hold it over the sink to prevent a mess on the countertop or floor.
- To prevent eggs shells from cracking, add a pinch of salt to the water before boiling.
- Soak potatoes in cold water for 10 minutes to 24 hours before frying to release the starch & prevent soggy fries.
- When using dried herbs, crush them in the palm of your hand before adding to your dish. This releases the oils & makes them more flavorful.
- A splash of lemon juice or white vinegar will keep fruit from turning brown.
- Put cookie dough into empty frozen juice cans, & chill. When you are ready to bake, cut the bottom off the can & use it as a pusher to move the dough out as you slice the cookies. This makes perfect round slices every time.
- When a cake recipe calls for flouring the pan, use a bit of the dry cake mix instead & there won’t be any white mess on the outside of the cake.
- Try using latex dishwashing gloves to open stubborn jar lids.
- Keep a freezer bag with all of your leftover vegetables. When the bag is full, add them to your favorite soup or stew.
- Store potatoes & onions in a paper bag to keep them fresh longer.
- Use an ice cream scoop for drop biscuits. You’ll have uniform biscuits without the hassle of measuring.
- Clean your wooden cutting board with course salt & warm water. This will remove any smells or stains. Store board on its side to prevent warping.
Dec 29 # 3 of 11
Those are all really good tips. I think the putting of cookie dough into frozen juice cans is a really good one. I find it impossible to make round circles for cookies unless I use cookie cutters.
Dec 30 # 4 of 11
Great tips medako, especially on opening jar lids. I've never tried that before. Most of the time I use bare hands or a cloth and it really hurts.
Dec 31 # 5 of 11
Wow these are great tips.I really like the one about the cake mix instead of flour. That makes sense. Oh I will start using the one about potatoes also. Thank you for the tips!